ABSTRACT
This chapter places in context the uneven quality of institutional design in the TRAI Act, followed by a quick comparison of the relevant statutory provisions pre- and post-amendment. This sets the stage for a more fine-grained analysis of micro-level organizational issues to follow. It deals with important issues in the micro-governance of TRAI, including the changed structure at the top, issues of regulatory independence and accountability, the trend in staffing over the years, and other aspects impinging on organizational structure. It then goes on to discuss the substantive powers vested under section 11 of the governing statute before concluding with a brief discussion of the culture of participation TRAI seeks to engender in the regulatory space.
